Cultivating Plant Cuttings

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
K/615/8796
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
27 hours

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know about cultivating plant cuttings.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Give reasons for using cuttings in plant cultivation.

  • 1.2

    Identify different types of cutting that can be used in plant cultivation.

  • 1.3

    State the factors to consider in deciding when to take a cutting from a plant. 

  • 1.4

    State why it is important to select the correct compost when cultivating plant cuttings.

2

Be able to take a plant cutting and prepare it for planting. 

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Select and make correct use of appropriate tool(s) to take a cutting from a chosen plant and remove leaves as necessary. 

  • 2.2

    Dip cutting into a suitable rooting compound.

  • 2.3

    Prepare compost, using an appropriate compost and container to receive cutting.

3

Be able to plant cuttings. 

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Plant cuttings to optimise chance of successful growth providing supporting canes as necessary.

  • 3.2

    Provide appropriate immediate aftercare for cuttings.

4

Be able to cultivate plant cuttings. 

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Select an appropriate place for the cuttings to encourage growth. 

  • 4.2

    Create a suitable growing environment around the cuttings.

  • 4.3

    Use appropriate checking procedures to identify new growth.